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Hydrangea pruning #924522

Asked February 12, 2026, 4:54 PM EST

How far down can I Prune

Clackamas County Oregon

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Thank you for your question, Leann. You can prune down to, and above, the lowest growth node--where you see buds coming out of the stem. There are more "rules" pertaining to specific varieties of hydrangea, but I don't know what you have. Here is an OSU guide: https://extension.oregonstate.edu/gardening/flowers-shrubs-trees/general-care-hydrangeas

Good luck!

An Ask Extension Expert Replied February 12, 2026, 7:24 PM EST

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Hydrangea pruning #924522

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